1995 Mitsubishi FTO GPX review from Australia and New Zealand
"If you choose to buy one of these cars make sure the motor hasn't been given a hiding!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Shortly after purchasing the car I noticed a leak coming from the cam seal area. This cost $600 to fix, but I also had the timing belt changed this was $240.
Two days after the car coming back from the mechanic a serious leak developed around the head area. The car now has blown head gaskets and oil is being forced out the head area from the galleries.
Rusting Chassis Rails.
General comments?
The Cars performance becomes noticeable at around 6000 RPM as this is when the MIVEC (variable valve timing) becomes operational, below that RPM range the car tends to be a little sluggish.
The car does however handle fantastic. For a front wheel drive car you wouldn't know where the wheels are being driven until the tires break traction, or if you encounter torque steer.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| First year of ownership | 2003 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.0L Mivec Manual |
| Performance marks | 7/10 |
| Reliability marks | 4/10 |
| Comfort marks | 9/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 9/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 68000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 72000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Mazda 626 |
| Date of Entry | 13th June, 2003 |